Nothing dispels darkness, but light. Joy chases away sadness. Happy overcomes sad.…
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Conquer Depression COVID-19 Mental Health Politics
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October, November, and Psalm 23 I’ve been waiting for October and November where the days are cool and crisp. Even as I enjoyed our pool in September, I felt the coming cold weather in…
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I feel September, and beyond the breeze, autumn. Lazy and satiated by her long summer nap, September scatters a few leaves as she rises and exhales a cool overnight breath. I don’t know about…
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Earlier this morning, I took the dogs out the back door, and they assaulted the quiet winter morning with excited yelps of joy. As they ran up the hill, two deer were startled enough…
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If my people. When I woke up yesterday, on a cold stormy day, the bible verse that begins with the phrase If my people was still hanging in the air from a dream I…
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If 2020 has taught us anything, it is to be more aware of our surroundings, to be able to shelter in place for extended periods of time, and to use good hygiene, so take…
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When I get out of balance in any part of my life, I feel it both mentally and physically. Like a boat listing precariously to one side, being out of balance for long is…
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I want to slow down sweater weather and not miss the possible moments, not wish them away or waste them on minutia. So I am writing it down, reminding us all to take notice.…
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Autumn COVID-19 Mental Health Politics Seasons
Autumn is here. A new season in our ordinary, but precious lives.
Seriously, we can't allow constant disrespectful behavior and expect people to be able to get along. Don't we teach that from a young age to our kids? Respect your parents? Listen to your teacher?…
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Awake: Life Beyond Ordinary Faith Threads Mental Health Purpose Seasons
My heart and God’s fingerprints there.
For a while I have expected a new season, but to finally discover God's fingerprints in my life and on my heart is exciting.…